{{warningbox|'''Puntland remains dangerous for independent travelers'''. Although much safer than Southern or Central Somalia, the region of Puntland remains home to several warlords and the possibility of being killed, kidnapped, or otherwise harmed remains uncomfortably high. Violent crime, petty theft, and a lack of basic services are also significant dangers. Puntland and Somaliland territorial claims overlap and the border region between them is a conflict zone and is to be avoided. Overland travel from Somaliland is either not possible or incredibly dangerous. Persons traveling to Puntland with aid organizations, et cetera should consult the security measures your organization/employer has in place. (Updated July 2012)}}

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'''Puntland''' is a region in northeastern [[Somalia]]. It was recently declared an autonomous state, but does not desire complete independence from Somalia.

'''Puntland''' is a region in northeastern [[Somalia]]. It was recently declared an autonomous state, but does not desire complete independence from Somalia.

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{{Warningbox|Puntland is one of the most dangerous places in the world and source of many pirate attacks and is NOT a tourist destination}}

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==Regions==

==Cities==

==Cities==

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* [[Garoowe]]. Puntland's capital city.

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* [[Garoowe]] — Puntland's capital city.

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* [[Bosaaso]]. Economy City of Puntland

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* [[Bosaso]] — economic capital of Puntland

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* [[Qardho]]. Historical Place and Capital of Education of Puntland.

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* [[Qardho]] — historical capital of education in Puntland.

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* [[Galkacyo]]. Home of the Current President of Somalia.

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* [[Laascaanood]] - Capital of Sool

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* [[Galkacyo]] - Capital of Mudug

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==Other destinations==

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* [[Erigavo]] - Capital of Sanaag

==Understand==

==Understand==

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==Talk==

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Puntland is relatively peaceful compared to other regions of Somalia, with its own government and public services; however, it's best to hire a local police unit for the day.

==Get in==

==Get in==

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==Get around==

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From Dubai, Jubba Airways takes you to the region in a span of 2-3 hours. You could continue from Bosaaso to various other cities including Garowe, Galkacyo and Laascaanood.

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==See==

==See==

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See the gun pointed in your face!!!!!

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Somalia has the longest coast in Africa and Puntland possesses over a third of that, 1300 km. Its beaches are vastly untouched.

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==Do==

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==Eat==

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==Drink==

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==Stay safe==

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==Get out==

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A very wise idea indeed.

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Revision as of 15:31, 9 January 2013

WARNING:Puntland remains dangerous for independent travelers. Although much safer than Southern or Central Somalia, the region of Puntland remains home to several warlords and the possibility of being killed, kidnapped, or otherwise harmed remains uncomfortably high. Violent crime, petty theft, and a lack of basic services are also significant dangers. Puntland and Somaliland territorial claims overlap and the border region between them is a conflict zone and is to be avoided. Overland travel from Somaliland is either not possible or incredibly dangerous. Persons traveling to Puntland with aid organizations, et cetera should consult the security measures your organization/employer has in place. (Updated July 2012)

Puntland is a region in northeastern Somalia. It was recently declared an autonomous state, but does not desire complete independence from Somalia.